Kelowna: The Kelowna Chamber is hosting its last luncheon of 2026 on Tuesday December 8 at the Ramada, Kelowna. The OC Speaker Series features Bryan Yu, Chief Economist and AVP of Central 1. Mr Yu will take a deep dive into what the new government in Victoria will mean in the next four years to the economy of BC and to the Okanagan.
His address is titled “State of the provincial economy and economic outlook for 2027 post-provincial election."
Bryan joined Central 1 in 2010 and is now Chief Economist, leading a team focused on macroeconomic and regional analysis for Central 1 and clients across the financial sector. He authors key economic and housing outlooks, provides frequent media commentary and speaks regularly at industry events. Within Central 1, Bryan contributes to risk and treasury committees and leads Central 1’s IFRS9 National Platform business. Prior to Central 1, he held economist roles with the BC Real Estate Association, CMHC, and in academic research. Bryan holds an MA in Economics from Simon Fraser University and a BA from the University of Manitoba.
Central 1 is the central service provider and liquidity manager for BC credit unions. The credit unions are also its owners and its regulated counterparties. Central 1 is a cooperative owned by its member credit unions in BC and Ontario. It was formed in 2008 when Credit Union Central of BC and Credit Union Central of Ontario merged, backed by votes of over 98% of BC credit unions.
To register, please visit: https://secure.kelownachamber.org/events/SpeakerSeries
This is the last opportunity of 2026 for members to use their luncheon vouchers/coupons.
Media: you are welcome to join us at noon for a complimentary lunch prior to Bryan’s presentation; please just let us know in advance as we are space restricted.